D. L. Bliss State Park

D. L. Bliss State Park extends across 2,149 acres of forested land on the western shore of Lake Tahoe, featuring granite cliffs and sandy beaches.

The park originated in 1929 when timber magnate Duane Leroy Bliss's family donated 744 acres of land to California, which expanded to its current size.

Native American tribes utilized the Lake Tahoe region for thousands of years before European settlers arrived, leaving petroglyphs and artifacts in the area.

The park maintains several campgrounds with fire pits, picnic tables, and restroom facilities, plus direct access to Lester Beach for swimming activities.

Rubicon Point Light stands as the highest elevation lighthouse in the United States, guiding boats across Lake Tahoe's waters since its construction.

Location: El Dorado County

Inception: 1929

Website: https://parks.ca.gov/?page_id=505

GPS coordinates: 38.98140,-120.10100

Latest update: May 11, 2025 09:07